Job Title: Shelter and Settlement Project Manager
Organisation: Catholic
Relief Services (CRS)
Relief Services (CRS)
Duty Station: Uganda
Reports to: Emergency
Coordinator
Coordinator
About US:
Catholic Relief Services (CRS) in an international non-profit
organization that carries out the commitment of the Bishops of the United
States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. Our Catholic identity is at
the heart of our mission and operations. We welcome as a part of our staff and
as partners’ people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values
and our commitment to serving those in need.
organization that carries out the commitment of the Bishops of the United
States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. Our Catholic identity is at
the heart of our mission and operations. We welcome as a part of our staff and
as partners’ people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values
and our commitment to serving those in need.
Job Summary: The Shelter and
Settlement Project Manager is responsible for managing the successful
implementation of CRS’s shelter activities through the CRS’ emergency response
programming in Bidi Bidi Refugee Settlement Camp. S/he will work closely with
the shelter and settlement technical officers, the community mobilization
officers and target communities to ensure the implementation of shelter
programming. S/he will provide the technical leadership and oversight to ensure
quality implementation of CRS’ shelter interventions and adherence to CRS and
international emergency programmatic standards and policies.
Settlement Project Manager is responsible for managing the successful
implementation of CRS’s shelter activities through the CRS’ emergency response
programming in Bidi Bidi Refugee Settlement Camp. S/he will work closely with
the shelter and settlement technical officers, the community mobilization
officers and target communities to ensure the implementation of shelter
programming. S/he will provide the technical leadership and oversight to ensure
quality implementation of CRS’ shelter interventions and adherence to CRS and
international emergency programmatic standards and policies.
Key Duties and
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
Project Management and Implementation:
- Ensure beneficiaries are consulted and
their views taken throught the life of project. - Ensure all CRS shelter and settlement
activities comply with relevant local, national and international
standards and regulations, and agency best practices. - Ensure shelter and settlement activities
comply with the “Do no Harm Principles.” - Lead shelter project operations and
supervise shelter project staff, manage the technical and financial
components of the shelter and settlement project. - Maintain the Detailed Implementation Plan
(DIP) in accordance with the agreed shelter and settlement strategy to
assure highest outcomes for every activity. - Prepare and monitor shelter project
spending against the shelter proejct budget. - Oversee the selection of shelter
beneficiaries based on approved criteria and strategies. - Manage the development of social
mobilization activities and social mobilization strategy in collaboration
with the Community Mobilization Officers. - Ensure close collaboration with the
procurement and logistics process for materials and equipment required by
the shelter and settlement activities. - Take part in CRS meetings and workshops on
strategic planning, shelter and settlement programming and agency-wide
initiatives as requested by the Emergency Coordinator. - Ensure protection and environmental issues
are fully considered throughout the project cycle with women, elderly,
most vulnerable being included in decision-making for all shelter and
settlement issues.
Monitoring and Evaluation:
- Monitor and report project progress
against the DIP and project performance indicators. - Regularly monitor project interventions
through on-site visits to assess and validate the implementation of the
approved project plan, conduct financial review and identify possible
problem areas and implement solutions. - Lead adaptive management to recommend
corrective measures when necessary to ensure that the project complies
with the provisions set forth in project workplan. - Maintain a properly documented listing of
selected project beneficiaries. - Facilitate routine project monitoring and
evaluation in consultation with Emergency Coordinator and the Emergency
MEAL Officer. - The incumbent will also attend regular and
ad hoc meetings on project implementation and participate in training,
conferences, seminars and workshops needed for effective project
implementation in compliance with CRS program management standards and
international standards for program quality, especially those focused on
relief work. - Prepare shelter project activity report on
a quarterly basis.
Information management and coordination:
- Work closely with key non-government
organizations (NGO) and national, provincial and local government, as well
as shelter task-force teams and workshops, technical committee meetings
and coordination groups as necessary. - Provide project documents, operation
plans, program schedules and budgets to the Emergency Coordinator as
required. - Send regular updates on progress,
priorities and constraints – verbally and in writing to the Emergency
Coordinator for sharing with CRS Senior Leadership Team. - Represent CRS in discussions or meetings
with government, non-government and UN agencies, cluster system as
directed by the Emergency Coordinator. - Train and brief CRS staff, stakeholders
and others on shelter issues.
Supervision and Coaching/Mentoring Responsibilities: The Shelter and Settlement Project
Manager will directly supervise two Community Mobilization Officers and two
Shelter and Settlement Technical Officers.
Manager will directly supervise two Community Mobilization Officers and two
Shelter and Settlement Technical Officers.
Qualifications, Skills and
Experience:
Experience:
- The ideal candidate for the Catholic
Relief Services (CRS) Shelter and Settlement Project Manager job placement
must hold a Bachelor’s degree or higher in engineering, architecture,
project management or relevant field of social sciences. - At least five years’ experience in project
management, preferably in emergency context. Minimum one year of practical
experience in implementing emergency or community development projects,
preferably with an INGO in equivalent position. - Demonstrated ability to build/work in a
team and to manage and motivate personnel drawing on individual skills to
advance agendas and problem solving. - Significant experience in community
development, community mobilization or similar self-help initiatives and a
desire to maximize integration of program delivery preferred. - Previous experience working with refugees
in West Nile required, Yumbe district preferred. - Keen interest in and ability to build
capacity in implementing teams and local community bodies with a focus on
community participation. - Ability to analyze and interpret
administrative reports, technical procedures and government regulations to
guide project implementation. - Demonstrated experience with assessments
and analytical and planning skills. - Ability to write reports and procedure
manuals and effectively present information and respond to questions from
CRS senior management. - Excellent communication and negotiation
skills. - Fluency in English (both oral and written
skills) required. - Proficient in MS Office applications
(Word, Excel, Outlook– and ideally MS Project). - Self-reliance and an ability to work in a
challenging and demanding environment, under limited supervision; able to
travel extensively in remote areas. - Awareness, sensitivity and understanding
of cross-cultural issues particularly in representing a US-based, Catholic
agency.
Emergency Competencies:
- Communicates strategically under pressure
- Manages stress and complexity
- Actively promotes safety and security
- Manages and implements high-quality
emergency programs
Agency-Wide Competences (for all CRS Staff): Serves with
Integrity, Models Stewardship, Cultivates Constructive Relationships, Promotes
Learning
Integrity, Models Stewardship, Cultivates Constructive Relationships, Promotes
Learning
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates are encouraged to send
a cover letter, testimonials, updated CV and three work references (names and
contact information only) to [email protected]
or submit hard copy to Catholic Relief Services, Plot 577, Block 15, Nsambya
Road, P.O Box 30086 Kampala/CRS Field Office in Yumbe
a cover letter, testimonials, updated CV and three work references (names and
contact information only) to [email protected]
or submit hard copy to Catholic Relief Services, Plot 577, Block 15, Nsambya
Road, P.O Box 30086 Kampala/CRS Field Office in Yumbe
Deadline: 12th July 2017 by
5:00pm
5:00pm
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